About the Recruitment
Chennai Port Authority has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for senior engineering posts. The recruitment aims to fill four vacancies for positions such as Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer, Executive Engineer, and Superintending Engineer. Candidates with relevant engineering qualifications and executive-level experience in government departments or industrial organizations can apply through the offline application process. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the proper channel before the specified deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 12–17 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 17 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Executive Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Executive Engineer (Electrical) | 1 |
| Superintending Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Total | 4 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer: Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electronics & Communication Engineering with around 12 years of executive experience in the relevant field.
- Executive Engineer (Mechanical): Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years of experience in an executive role.
- Executive Engineer (Electrical): Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of executive-level experience.
- Superintending Engineer (Mechanical): Degree in Mechanical Engineering with experience serving in the Executive Engineer grade with the required service tenure.
Selection Process
- Evaluation of service records including ACRs/APARs, with minimum grading of “Very Good”.
- Vigilance clearance from the parent organization.
- Administrative approval through the proper channel.
The final appointment will be based on merit and professional service record.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Deputy Chief Mechanical Engineer | ₹80,000 – ₹2,20,000 |
| Executive Engineer (Mechanical) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
| Executive Engineer (Electrical) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
| Superintending Engineer | ₹60,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
How to Apply
- Visit: Official Website
- Download the official notification and application form.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Attach required documents such as educational certificates, experience proof, service records, and vigilance clearance.
- Submit the completed application through the proper channel before 19 March 2026.
- Send the application to the address mentioned in the official notification.